2017 Dodge Challenger problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Electrical System (8) · Suspension (4) · Power Train (4)
🧭 Reliability snapshot
Compared against other Dodge Challenger model years — complaint volume vs the model's median year, recalls and severity. How we score →
🛣️ Complaints by mileage
22 NHTSA complaints that reported an odometer reading.
Safety recalls (3)
Electrical System:software 2018-05-17 · campaign 18V332000 · 4,815,661 vehicles
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler 200, 2016-2018 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (less than 10,000 lb), 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica and 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. These vehicles are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the c
Risk: If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Note: Owners are advised to stop using cruise control until the software update has been performed. In the event that cruise control cannot be disengaged while driving, owners should firmly and steadily apply the brakes and shift the transmissi
Engine And Engine Cooling:engine 2017-08-08 · campaign 17V496000 · 1,207 vehicles
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017 Dodge Challenger and Charger vehicles equipped with Hellcat engines. The engine oil cooler (EOC) hoses may fail resulting in a rapid loss of engine oil.
Risk: If an EOC line fails, oil may spray onto the windshield or contact a hot surface, impairing driver visibility and increasing the risk of a crash or fire.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EOC lines, free of charge. The recall began October 3, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T48.
Power Train:automatic Transmission:control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm) 2017-07-07 · campaign 17V431000 · 7,802 vehicles
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017 Dodge Challenger vehicles equipped with 5.7L V8 engines and eight-speed automatic transmissions. The transmission may not remain in the PARK position if that gear is selected, the engine is still running, and the driver exits the vehicle exited.
Risk: If the vehicle is exited without the transmission remaining in the PARK position and without the parking brake set, the vehicle may roll, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the transmission control module software, free of charge. The recall began 28, 2017. Owners may the Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T41.
Service bulletins (194)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Power Train 2026-03-09 · S2621000003 REV.A · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
the vehicle will exhibit a service transmission/check engine warning indicator for the following transmission models: 845re, 8hp45, 850re, 8hp50, 8hp70, 8hp75, 8hp75-phev, 8hp75-lcv, 8hp90, 8hp95. transmissions may exhibit the following diagnostic codes: p07e4, p1db2, p0716, p1b14, p0733, p1d90, p1d
Electrical System 2026-03-05 · S2608000010 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
active diagnostic trouble code (dtc) b1a10-00, b1a11-00, b1a12- 00, b1a13-00-, b1a14-00, b1a15-00, b1a16-00, and b1a17-00 in the radio frequency hub (rfh)
Electrical System 2025-12-10 · 9100735 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
verify "z" part number availability. order a "z" part number for all exchange orders: warranty, mopar, customer pay and service contract. order"68" part number for new unsold units only
Service Brakes 2025-11-18 · 108463 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
pad kit - rear disc brake, front disc brake
Service Brakes 2025-11-17 · 108464 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
pad kit - rear disc brake, front disc brake
Structure:body 2025-08-16 · 31-001-25 REV. B · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
aluminum body panel corrosion repair aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood, hinges or other exterior surface areas of the hinges, doors, fenders, swing gates or liftgates.
Showing the 6 most recent of 194 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2025-09-25 · Electrical System“the 8.4 uconnect radio controls many aspects of the vehicle including hands free communications. when a communication device is paired to the system, at a random time, the device becomes unpaired and hands free communication becomes unusable. additionally, at a random time, when the steering wheel communication button is pressed, the voice prompt a…”
2025-08-31 · Suspension“dear [nhtsa / indiana attorney general], i am filing a complaint regarding a serious safety issue with my vehicle, a 2017 dodge challenger, purchased on [xxx] from wetzel chrysler dodge jeep ram, richmond, indiana). six months after purchase, the steering column failed, leaving the vehicle unsafe to drive. the dealership confirmed the repair cost…”
2025-07-31 · Air Bags“my service airbag system light keeps coming on and i have done everything to fix it but the light still comes on.…”
2025-07-27 · Unknown Or Other“2017 dodge challenger 392. my radiator fan motor seized, causing the fan blades to explode sending plastic pieces into the radiator and other fuel lines. the fuel lines were my biggest concern because of fire. however, it did not. next the repairs at a certified dodge dealership cost me over $5,500. in damages to repair. this is a very known iss…”
2025-07-21 · Suspension“8.4" touchscreen delaminating, causing ghost touches, which is changing my steering , timing, wipers, headlights, and suspension. the radio is going through stations, inputs, i can not use my android auto or use gps, all of my settings. it is very much a safety concern!…”
2025-04-30 · Suspension“the front suspension has a problem and the engine oil cooler has a leak…”
2025-01-28 · Air Bags · 💥 crash“airbags did not deploying after passenger side impact …”
2024-11-06 · Engine“i took my car to the mechanic because the car was leaking radiator fluid. in testing the car he found that the head gasket had blown. he confirmed this with a hydrocarbon test. the car has 72,000 miles on it. i am the original owner. after saving the money to get the head gasket done. i was driving the car around when it began to to run poorly. at …”
2024-09-09 · Unknown Or Other“my 2017 dodge challenger has an 8.4 uconnect touch screen that is experiencing the common delamination defect. there are no warning lights or codes, and my car has not been inspected by the manufacturer, police, or insurance. it is currently available for inspection, but as it has escalated to a safety concern i do not know how long i can keep it …”
2024-08-15 · Power Train“driveshaft carrier bearing out at 28,000 miles of use. common problem. needs a recall.…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.